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As the government increasingly fails to protect its citizenry or ensure their basic needs, the foundational social contract is being called into question. The feeling that citizens have no obligation to serve the nation state when it has neglected its responsibilities takes hold. As prevalent issues go unaddressed, hope slips away, pushing communities further apart.
Prospects of change may seem fleeting, yet it is essential that individuals continue to hope for resilience and support one another as they grapple with these systemic transformations. Engaging in small communities and building connections may offer a glimmer of hope amidst the complexities of modern America.